{"product_id":"self-titled-sirkus","title":"Self Titled, Sirkus - CD","description":"\u003cp\u003eAustralian 5 Piece Prog Metal Band. Heavy Metal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003eAh, thank you for that correction! With the context of them being an \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"69\"\u003eAustralian metal band\u003c\/b\u003e, that completely changes the search—and reveals a much rarer beast for your inventory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSirkus – Sirkus (Self-Titled)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\" id=\"p-rc_a78bab58d3668b79-71\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eArtist:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-108 citation-end-108\"\u003e Sirkus (Adelaide, Australia)\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"1\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"source-inline-chip-container ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\n\u003cbutton class=\"button ng-star-inserted\" aria-label=\"View source details. Opens side panel.\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/button\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTitle:\u003c\/b\u003e Sirkus\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e CD (Original Pressing)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOriginal Release Date:\u003c\/b\u003e 2004\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLabel:\u003c\/b\u003e Not On Label (Independent \/ Self-Released)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGenre:\u003c\/b\u003e Nu-Metal \/ Alternative Metal \/ Industrial Metal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBackground \u0026amp; Production\u003c\/b\u003e Hailing from Adelaide, South Australia, \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"64\"\u003eSirkus\u003c\/b\u003e was part of the thriving early-to-mid 2000s Australian heavy scene. They played a style that blended the rhythmic bounce of nu-metal with dark, industrial undertones and aggressive alt-metal hooks. This self-titled release was an independent effort, often sold at local shows in Adelaide or distributed through niche independent record stores like \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"419\"\u003eUtopia\u003c\/b\u003e or \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"429\"\u003eMissing Link\u003c\/b\u003e. The band earned a reputation for a high-energy live show that incorporated a \"theatrical\" element (fitting their name), often performing alongside local heavyweights of the era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMusical Composition \u0026amp; Style\u003c\/b\u003e The album captures the transition period where nu-metal was becoming more complex and \"industrialized.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Sound:\u003c\/b\u003e Heavy, downtuned guitar grooves provided by \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"55\"\u003e\"Dodge\"\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"67\"\u003e\"Hutch,\"\u003c\/b\u003e layered with electronic samples and atmospheric synth patches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVocal Range:\u003c\/b\u003e The frontman, \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"27\"\u003e\"K\"\u003c\/b\u003e (or similar moniker), utilized a dynamic range of melodic singing, aggressive shouts, and whispered spoken-word sections, reminiscent of early Mudvayne or Slipknot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eKey Tracks:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"12\"\u003e\"Fistful of Lies\"\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"34\"\u003e\"The Way It Is\"\u003c\/b\u003e are standout examples of their syncopated, groove-driven approach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eProduction:\u003c\/b\u003e For an independent release, the production is notably professional, often credited to local Adelaide engineers who helped define the city's metal sound during that decade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOriginal CD \u0026amp; Collector Notes\u003c\/b\u003e Because this was an independent local release, finding a copy outside of South Australia is quite rare.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIdentification:\u003c\/b\u003e The disc usually features a \"pro-printed\" surface but lacks a major label logo. Look for the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"109\"\u003eNordisc AS\u003c\/b\u003e matrix code or a similar local pressing identifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eArtwork:\u003c\/b\u003e The cover art is typically dark and conceptual, often featuring distorted \"circus\" imagery or abstract industrial textures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe \"Promo\" Factor:\u003c\/b\u003e Many copies found in the wild are marked as promos for community radio stations like \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"105\"\u003eTriple J\u003c\/b\u003e or \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"117\"\u003eThree D Radio\u003c\/b\u003e (Adelaide’s legendary local station).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eRarity:\u003c\/b\u003e This is a high-value item for collectors of \"The Adelaide Sound\" or the 2000s Australian metal wave. It captures a specific moment before many bands in this genre either dissolved or shifted toward more mainstream metalcore.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eKeywords:\u003c\/b\u003e Sirkus, Sirkus Self-Titled, Original CD, 2004, Australian Metal, Adelaide Metal, Nu-Metal, Industrial Metal, Rare Australian CD, Independent Metal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCollection Ideas:\u003c\/b\u003e 2000s Australian Metal Scene, Rare Adelaide Hardcore \u0026amp; Metal, Nu-Metal Rarities, Independent Heavy Music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eRelated Artists:\u003c\/b\u003e Sunk Loto, Superheist, Full Scale, Testeagles, Segression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Sirkus","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51398254854461,"sku":"5617","price":20.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0959\/2605\/9325\/files\/IMG_3392.jpg?v=1771392169","url":"https:\/\/gravestonerecords.com.au\/products\/self-titled-sirkus","provider":"Gravestone Records","version":"1.0","type":"link"}